Form 2 visited White Quarry Farm as part of their study of “Habitats” in Science. The day started with a treasure hunt, guided by Mrs Fawcett, to educate the children about the farming environment. Then came a very special treat. …
Volunteer gap year teacher Richard Ingilby joined his father to help raise money for the Cundall Astroturf appeal on Sunday, when both completed the 26.2 mile Nidderdale Marathon Walk. The walk, from Pateley Bridge to Angram Reservoir and back, follows …
With bleary eyes, and a barely risen sun the first two teams took to the hockey pitch at 5am for what would be the first match of a truly incredible twelve hour hockey marathon. The day would see over 200 …
The weather couldn’t have been more fitting for a traditional summer fair. The cloudless skies and sunshine brought families out in the droves to join in the fun of the fair, and to make this year’s one of the most …
Pupils from Form 5 were given an insight into different cultures and forms of faith when they visited several places of worship in Bradford last week. First on their agenda was a visit to a mosque where they learned about …
Matthew Mairs (Form 3) and Nick Cunningham (Form 4) returned to school this week after a busy weekend representing the Yorkshire Under 11 chess team in the National Counties Finals held in Northampton. County teams from all over the UK …
The Eldmire GCSE Geographers went on a fascinating exploration to find out about limestone landscapes and the impact of tourism in the Yorkshire Dales. The morning was spent exploring Ingleborough caves with an excellent guide who not only explained the …
Sixteen Upper School students headed to the Borrowdale valley in the Lake District, which is recorded to be the wettest place in England; thankfully the rain held off till the second night. After setting up their tents for the night, …
For the first time this year, Form 5 had the opportunity to take their outdoor pursuits a little further afield and travelled to Wales – no passport required! The following quotes are just some of the feedback the accompanying teachers …
The bank holiday weekend saw Forms 3 and 4 venturing into the Lake District, their destination – Ullswater. Arriving in good time meant that the groups were taken away promptly for the first of their activities and for many, this …